400 Flashcards
Biohazard waste is disposed at the station for the following reasons: (3)
a. ALS engine calls
b. Non transport calls
c. Incidents occurring at the station
Where is potentially infectious waste disposed at?
At receiving facility unless they refuse the waste
How often is biohazard waste disposed of?
After each incident and not allowed to accumulate
Who schedules the collection of biohazard waste?
EMS Division
All sharps must be disposed of in a specially designed container that must be: (4)
a. Closable
b. Puncture resistant
c. Leak proof sides and bottom
d. Labeled or color coded
Biohazard waste fines can be as high as:
10,000 per violation
The SFD maintains a comprehensive occupational safety and health program based upon: (3)
a. Sound engineering
b. Education
c. Training
When will firefighters wearing SCBA conduct a seal check?
Prior to each use
The airline located on the Hazmat 92, TRT92, and aerial apparatus shall only be used for: (4)
a. Exterior firefighting operations
b. Confined space rescue
c. Trench rescue
d. Certain hazmat incidents
What will be worn when using an airline respirator?
Escape type cylinder
Structural firefighting clothing meets what NFPA?
1971
What is considered protective clothing? (7)
a. Coat
b. Pants
c. Gloves
d. Boots
e. Helmet
f. Hood
g. or appropriate level of protection per spec ops commander
What additional role can one of the RIT members perform?
a. Incident commander
b. safety officer
c. operator of fire apparatus
Are both RIT members involved in another task while waiting outside?
No, one must monitor the status and not be assigned additional duties
The second person may be involved in a wide variety of activities
Proper assignment of firefighting activities at an interior structural fire must be determined by who and depend on what?
a. Determined by the Incident commander
b. Dependent on the existing fire conditions
Firefighters entering an IDLH to perform interior firefighting must remain in what type of communication at all times?
a. Visual or voice
b. the use of radios shall not be substituted for direct visual contact
Firefighters wearing respiratory protection shall be trained in:
Proper use, cleaning, maintenance
When should operations personnel demonstrate SCBA proficiency?
On an annual basis
New recruit SCBA training NFPA?
1404
When is SCBA training performed?
Initial and annual basis
When will firefighters need to pass a face piece fit test? (5)
a. Initial and annual training
b. Significant weight gain
c. Facial trauma
d. Reconstructive surgery
e. Major dental work
Where does fill station training take place?
Station 59 and TRT 92
SCBA and spare cylinders should be inspected:
After each use and during the daily checkout
SCBA units determined to be unfit for use shall be tagged and forwarded to:
Station 59
Who repairs SCBAs? (3)
a. Performed according to manufacture’s instructions
b. Persons trained and certified
c. Or returned to manufacturer’s service facility
When are SCBAs cleaned?
a. after each use
b. only use cleaning/sanitizing solutions
Scott Carbon Fiber Cylinders must be hydrostatically tested every _____ years.
5 years
Fiberglass escape cylinders must be hydrostatically tested every _____ years.
3 years
What is the maximum life for both types of SCBA cylinders?
15 years
Breathing air in the SCBA shall meet the requirements of who?
Compressed Gas Association
The minimum air quality should be that of:
Grade D
The purity of the air compressors shall be checked by _____ at least _____.
a. A competent laboratory
b. annually
Can compressed oxygen be used in open-circuit SCBA?
No
A medical evaluation to determine the firefighter’s ability to wear an SCBA will be provided:
at the time of initial hiring
When is the fit test evaluation done?
annual
How long is the mask worn prior to the start of the fit test?
At least 5 minutes
If the firefighter is not familiar with using respiratory mask, the firefighter shall:
Don the mask several times and adjust straps each time
Assessment of comfort shall include the following: (4)
a. positioning of mask on nose
b. room for eye protection
c. room to talk
d. positioning mask on face and cheeks
How many ends of the ventilation tube are broken when performing fit test?
Both ends of the tube
What is the product/chemical that is used for fit testing?
Stannic Oxychloride delivered at 200 millimeters per minute
During the smoke test, the subject should:
keep eyes closed while the test is in progress since smoke can irritate eyes
The tester starts the tube at _____ and brings it to within _____.
12” and brings it to within 1”
What are the reasons to have another fit test performed? (5)
a. Significant weight change
b. Facial scarring
c. Dental changes
d. Reconstructive or cosmetic surgery
e. Any other condition that would interfere with the seal
A summary of the test results for the SCBA test shall be maintained for a period of not less than:
3 years
The fit test summary includes: (5)
a. Name of test subject
b. Date of testing
c. Name of test conductor
d. Respirator selected
e. Testing agent
Members are required to exit the IDLH prior to the activation of:
The low air alarm
What is an indicator that the individual is using reserve air supply?
Low air alarm
In the event of the low air alarm activation, the member is required to notify who?
Their officer, then command
Individuals shall check their SCBA (daily check):
Upon arrival for duty
Air pressure prior to entry shall be at _____ or above.
90% or 4050psi
Continually monitor air consumption by: (6)
a. regular time intervals (every 5 min)
b. 10 min CAD notification from dispatch
c. change of work area
d. passing of major landmark within the structure
e. completion of assignment or prior to accepting another assignment
f. as situation dictates
What air pressure and who is notified?
a. 50% (amber light flashing slowly)
b. ICS function (command, division, etc.)
If a low air alarm activates in the IDLH, it calls for an immediate radio transmission to Command specifying:
a. WHO you are
b. WHERE you are
c. WHAT your status is
Command shall confirm that the RIT leader has received the message of:
a. Air status
b. Possible location
c. Egress path
RIT will notify command if the low air crew has not exited the structure within:
1 minute of low air notification
The member with low air should be in which position?
Second position from the front
Which day is known as “Air Fill Day”?
Wednesday
Station 39 fills their air bottle at:
Station 59
Station 72 fills their air bottle at:
Station 59
Station 83 fills their air bottle at:
Station 92
Where are SCUBA bottles filled?
Station 92
Is it ever applicable to have the TRT truck drive to stations to fill SCBA?
if personnel levels permit, yes
Unit # for TRT?
376
To prevent “hot filling” all SCBA bottles should be filled at a rate:
Of 300 to 500 psi per minute, not to exceed 600 psi minute
Can SCBA bottles be stored in compartments or shelving?
No bottle should be stored loose on shelving or within compartments.
Should be located in their various designated and secured locations on the apparatus
Who determines the level of PPE during overhaul?
Incident Commander
Full protective clothing will be worn when operating: (4)
a. Forcible entry equipment
b. Saws
c. Extrication equipment
d. Gas powered tools
Instead of safety vests, an individual may wear:
Full bunker gear or raingear
Where is bunker gear placed when riding on a rescue unit?
a. Rescue (no extra cab) placed in left side double and rear
b. No gear is allowed in patient compartment or oxygen compartment
How is gear ventilated during non-use?
Hanging the gear on the racks
Safety vests are placed on which units? How many?
a. All rescue units
b. 3 on each unit
What is the primary function of the EAP?
To assist people who need help with their personal problems
How many free sessions of EAP are afforded to each employee?
6
Who is the current provider of EAP?
Clinical Provider Organization (CPO)
What is the contact number for EAP?
954-979-1611
800-329-5EAP (5327)
Monthly inspections of all personnel are performed by who?
Station commanders during shift change
What items are checked during the monthly inspection? (5)
a. Grooming and uniform
b. PPE
c. Driver license
d. EMT/Medic
e. CPR/ACLS
Captains will be inspected by who?
B/C
Any problems noted during inspections will be documented and forwarded to who?
Fire Chief
Quarterly inspections are performed by who?
Fire Chief or designee